Metal Building Components Manufacturing Operations Manager

  • McElroy Metal
  • Lewisport, Kentucky
  • Full Time
About McElroy Metal McElroy Metal is a leading manufacturer of metal roofing, metal siding and sub-structural components with 14 manufacturing facilities, 28 Service Centers and 44 Metal Mart locations across the US. After three generations of family ownership, McElroy transitioned to an employee-owned company (ESOP) in 2023 . Ian McElroy, who continues to serve as the President of McElroy Metal, shared the reason for the change, "The one constant trait during our 60-year history is the influence and support of employees. Throughout the country, McElroy Metal is blessed to have loyal team members, including many that have dedicated decades of service to the company. As a show of appreciation, McElroy Metal team members are now employee owners of McElroy Metal. Recruitment Video Benefits
  • Employee Stock Ownership Program
  • Comprehensive medical plan for all full-time employees and their dependents
  • Prescription card benefit
  • Dental plan for all regular full-time employees
  • Life insurance for all regular, full-time employees at no cost to the employee
  • Employee Assistance Program for all our employees and their immediate family members
  • Short-term and Long-term disability insurance for all regular, full-time employees at no cost to the employee
  • Educational Assistance Program
  • 401(k) Plan, a company match and a profit-sharing plan
  • Vacation, Paid Holidays, and Paid Sick Leave for regular, full-time employees
  • Financial performance incentive programs
  • In-house and outside employee training and development opportunities
Summary An opening currently exists for an Operations Manager at our Lewisport, Kentucky plant. This exempt level position will lead, plan, direct, and coordinate all manufacturing activities at the Lockhart Plant. This position reports to the Regional Operations Manager. Hours 8:00 am 5:00 pm M-F Responsibilities
  • Directs production and ensures cost effectiveness and consistency with prescribed quality, performance and safety standards.
  • Manages inventory to maintain adequate stocking levels to meet established service expectations while ensuring inventory turns that contribute to a positive profitability.
  • Assures effective customer service and relations through timely delivery of a quality product.
  • Oversees freight operations including contract carriers and dedicated carriers.
  • Selects, trains, develops, leads and motivates manufacturing and administrative staff to maintain a high performing operations team.
  • Works with managers on budgets, payroll, credit, traffic, etc. to operate the plant with a high level of service and effectiveness at the lowest possible cost.
  • Ensures compliance of all plant operations with company policy and federal, state and local regulations.
Experience/Skills
  • Proven leadership skills and employee motivation
  • Bachelors degree in Business or Engineering or equivalent.
  • Minimum 5 years supervisory experience.
  • 10 years of industrial/manufacturing experience.
  • 5 years of metal building or construction related experience.
  • Proficient PC skills.
Other Requirements
  • Current Drivers License. (A motor vehicle report (MVR) will be run to assure the successful candidate can service the assigned territory.)
Visit our McElroyMetal.com employment page for more information about our company, our locations, and how to join the McElroy Metal team. McElroy Metal will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if McElroy Metal is concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. McElroy Metal is an equal opportunity employer. We provide an inclusive environment that allows each employee to be their best based upon their merit, talent and aspiration. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. McElroy Metal is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment. Requests for an accommodation should be made with the hiring manager. #CB
Job ID: 489125034
Originally Posted on: 8/12/2025

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